Mantle cell lymphoma, malt lymphoma, small lymphocytic lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma of the oral cavity: An update

Background Although uncommon, mature small B-cell lymphomas may arise in the oral/maxillofacial area and oral pathologists must be aware of key characteristics these neoplasms to perform an accurate diagnosis. In this manuscript, we attempted integrate currently available data on clinicopathological features follicular lymphoma (FL), mantle cell (MCL), extranodal marginal zone mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT-L), chronic lymphocytic leukemia/ (CLL/SLL) affecting anatomical regions. Methods An updated descriptive literature review was carried out a detailed electronic search done multiple databases gather all cases region palatine tonsils. Results We observed that MALT-L most frequently reported subtype, followed by FL, MCL, CLL/SLL. The palate affected high proportion usual clinical presentation asymptomatic swelling. CLL/SLL neoplastic cells were strongly associated with salivary glands. FL showed no gender preference, while MCL more prevalent males females. Overall, common elderly individuals. Patients’ treatment outcome varied, being aggressive neoplasm dismal prognosis comparison MALT-L. Conclusion Despite poor documentation many available, especially regarding microscopic molecular tumors, demonstrated investigated share similar presentation, but carry different prognostic significance, demanding